2003 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2003 BMW 318 and 2003 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 318 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Citroen C5.
Because 2003 BMW 318 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 318 (167 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C5. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 318 | 2003 Citroen C5 | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 318 | C5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |